This is a sturdy finish that will protect the edge of the rug for years to come.
Rug hooking whipping edges.
This is a sturdy finish that will protect the edge of the rug for years to come.
It is my fold forward finish for hooked rugs.
Fold all four fabric edges over on the wrong side of the fabric by three quarters of an inch.
To estimate where to cut the corners fold the point of the linen towards the corner of the hooked rug.
Jul 12 2012 how to whip the edge or a hooked rug.
Learn how to finish your hooked rug with a basic wool binding.
This article is from the november december 2014 issue.
Article by cindi gay rug hooking.
After the edge of the rug is prepared folded and secured in place with some simple basting it is time to whip the edge of your hooked rug.
Then open the fold and cut on the fold line.
Herringbone whipping adds a special v shaped appearance to the edges of a hooked piece.
Jul 12 2012 how to whip the edge or a hooked rug.
Because of the double thickness this style of whipping makes a very durable edge.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 alternately cutting the mesh and then folding and sewing that section until you have completed the entire rug on all four sides.
After 18 years of rug hooking i have developed a tried and true method.